Prospective sugar export prohibition required registered letters of credit; private contracts and export quotas created no enforceable continuation ri...
Retroactive interim-moratorium exclusion permits protective asset disclosure and preservation measures against personal guarantors pending arbitration...
Detention of imported goods without complying with statutory requirements for seizure and notice is arbitrary and without legal authority. Even where goods may be prohibited, customs authorities retain discretion to allow provisional release on suitable conditions. Imported betel nut products retained pending classification assessment were directed to be released upon an indemnity bond for their value and a bank guarantee for part of the differential duty, subject to confirmation of fitness for human consumption. Customs authorities may continue adjudication in accordance with law. Demurrage waiver remains for consideration by the appropriate authority upon representation.
Detention of imported goods without complying with statutory requirements for seizure and notice is arbitrary and without legal authority. Even where goods may be prohibited, customs authorities retain discretion to allow provisional release on suitable conditions. Imported betel nut products retained pending classification assessment were directed to be released upon an indemnity bond for their value and a bank guarantee for part of the differential duty, subject to confirmation of fitness for human consumption. Customs authorities may continue adjudication in accordance with law. Demurrage waiver remains for consideration by the appropriate authority upon representation.
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